Our operations are subject to environmental statutes and regulations related to air quality, water quality, hazardous waste and solid waste. NiSource is committed to reducing the environmental impact of our business and promoting sustained environmental stewardship reflective of a premier energy company.
We take the following actions to support our Environmental Policy:
- Seek proactive opportunities for improved environmental performance while complying with environmental laws and regulations and other applicable requirements
- Help ensure that all employees understand their role in and responsibility for achieving industry-leading environmental performance
- Pursue innovation, products, research and investments that provide a sustainable, quality environment for future generations
- Demonstrate environmental preparedness and emergency response readiness
- Work with government and other organizations to establish programs that protect the environment in the community and workplace
- Foster an open dialogue with employees and other stakeholders on environmental programs and policies
- Promote the wise use of energy for customers and the environment
- Help our customers reduce their environmental impact
- Support environmental justice principles including the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin or income with respect to environmental protection
- Reduce air emissions from our operations
- Reduce or plan to minimize effluents, hazardous, radioactive and solid waste, and manage them compliantly and responsibly
- Reduce water use, especially in areas challenged with physical water scarcity
- Remediate historic environmental impacts, create redevelopment opportunities and assure funding adequate to resolve future environmental liabilities
- Conserve and enhance biodiversity on lands under our responsibility
- Maintain and enhance our environmental management system through our environmental auditing and continuous improvement programs
- Report regularly and transparently on environmental issues and performance